Black Press Events General Manager

Black Press Media; Surrey; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company located in Surrey, B.C. is seeking a General Manager for their Events team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business-to-business sales, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This role offers a competitive salary starting at $70,000, with additional bonus potential of $25,000 annually and a group benefits plan.

Benefits

Competitive group benefits plan

Free parking onsite

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in business-to-business sales, preferably in an event or exhibit-focused environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish relationships with clients.
• Proven leadership skills with a focus on collaboration.
• Self-motivated and driven to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a thriving events division.
• Manage a business-to-business client base of $1 million in annual revenue.
• Identify potential opportunities to grow our events calendar and customer base.
• Collaborate with the Canadian division leadership team to deploy robust marketing bundles and present industry-leading events.

Skills

Business-to-business sales

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Business, marketing or communications diploma or degree

Job description

Black Press Media is seeking a dynamic and results‑driven General Manager to join our Events team, located in Surrey, B.C.

As one of our fastest growing divisions, the Events team produces recruitment and lifestyle shows throughout British Columbia and Alberta.

We are seeking an ideal candidate with a proven track record in sales, particularly within the events industry, exceptional communication abilities, and a genuine enthusiasm for solution‑driven sales strategies. If you’re ready to take on a leadership role in a fast‑paced, innovative environment, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a thriving events division
• Manage a business‑to‑business client base of $1 million in annual revenue
• Identify potential opportunities to grow our events calendar and customer base
• Collaborate with the Canadian division leadership team to deploy robust marketing bundles and present industry‑leading events

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in business‑to‑business sales, preferably in an event or exhibit‑focused environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish relationships with clients
• Proven leadership skills with a focus on collaboration
• Self‑motivated and driven to achieve and exceed sales targets
• Organized and detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Business, marketing or communications diploma or degree an asset

This position comes with an excellent remuneration package that includes base, commissions and bonus starting at $70,000, with potential bonus at $25,000 annually. You will also receive a competitive group benefits plan. Free parking onsite.

Black Press Media, a division of Carpenter Media Group, is a leading North American local news champion with operations across British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut. More than 800 talented employees work with us to deliver unique community news and information across a full suite of traditional media channels and digital platforms.

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, join us in making a significant impact. Send your resume and let’s start this exciting journey together.